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He let me add photo's to my disc. He even drove us into town to get the cash. Sounds like he was having a bad day as he is a very personable guy. We did watch our video on their dvd player too but we did have to wait a bit as several people were in and out of the photoshop before they got to us.

The price I paid was $330 and the video was 20 -30 minutes. They show everyone walking down the aisle, the actual ceremony, the signing of the marriage license, the walk back down the aisle and a bunch of shots of the two of you and some of your guests too. I picked three of my songs (which was my wedding music) the other two they picked, one was a country song and the other was a moment like this (can't remember the singer though). I would of preferred to have chosen the last two songs but my video is still great.

I'm around too but just coming down from all the wedding hype and coming back to reality. Been trying to get my name changed but can't do much without the certified marriage license (the one that comes from Jamaica). How is everyone doing?? I've got a lot going on at work so that is kinda putting me in a bummer....wanna go back to jamaica where i can say NO Problem!!! Imagine living there?? Your stress would be nil.

Quote: Originally Posted by Soon2beWed09 was the video ready b4 you left Jamaica? How long was the video? Yes, we had it before we left...it was actually ready 4 days after our wedding. It was the pictures that took the extra time. The video is about 20 minutes or so. You get to choose songs you want to play in it..we used our wedding music.

Quote: Originally Posted by misskaytee How long was the video? I was thinking about showing it at my reception back home?!?! what do you think? Would the friends/family that couldn't make the wedding be interested in watching it? I would say its about 20 minutes. It's great to watch because even if you have seen the wedding, you see things you didn't actually see when it was happening. I would show it. That is the reason we made one, to show others that couldn't come and for a keepsake.

Here is the link to my review if anyone wants to see http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t36683

Congratulations and great review! Your dress is absolutely amazing!

Congrats Kate! Everything looks gorgeous loved your set up for the wedding and your dress. Who was the designer??

Email Chandlyn and suggest a meeting day and time(her office is right beside the washrooms by the main bar but on the side closest to the front desk)..right on the corner, there are stairs leading up) This is what I did ..I had my appointment with her scheduled before I left. The details only take about 15 minutes to iron out (aka the appt with her is not very long). Extra costs depends on what you wanna do...extra decorations for the gazebo, upgrades to flowers, aisle runners, flower petals, receptions stuff like that all costs extra. I would suggest you get her to take you through a small rehersal just so you know what is going to happen. For music and stuff (if you are making a cd) you may want a song for your MOH and one for yourself. If you are entering by the bar (aka not stayin in junior suites) its a decent walk. Just remember ..its your wedding, you are in jamaica and marrying the man of your dreams! Don't sweat the little things and enjoy your day cause it goes very fast! Hope this helps and looking forward to your review

Quote: Originally Posted by Ellipse22 YAY!! Great review Angela!! I didn't realize we had the same dress..you never mentiond it when you saw my pics...you look great!! Do you remember me asking you who the designer was?? I thought it looked similar but your designer I think may have been different .. mine was Maggie Sottero. Anyhow, kudos cause I absolutely loved my dress. It did well too ..I didn't need to seam it at all and the poor thing is now black at the bottom...*lol*

I had a Maggie as well (martina). It looked great the wedding day and held up pretty good in jamaica (i didn't need it steamed). I bought mine from Sophie's in London. Price was around 1000 for my dress I think and 200 in alterations. Go for it!! You want the dress of your dreams ..it makes your wedding day all that much better!

Quote: Originally Posted by blurt Fantastic review and photos. You have put my mind at rest regarding Michael. How much did the video cost if you don't mind me asking ? x Video was $330 and well worth it. It's a nice keepsake.

Quote: Originally Posted by kitty_kat_uk Congratulations! your review is great, and you looked beautiful on your photos. Just one thing - if your flowers arrived as you were about to walk down the isle, how do your guests get theirs? Thanks Maybe I wasn't clear here. I am not sure how the groom and the guys got theirs- I think that may have gone to the ceremony location before we arrived. I know that my bouquet, my MOH's, my mom's coursage and my dad's bout all came as we were making the trek to the ceremony location (Nikki had it for us and we met her as we were passing St.Ann's).

Here is my review ladies...enjoy!!! http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t36683

Hi All, I have been a slacker and am just getting around to writing my review. I figured that this site gave me soo much info to prepare for my special day that I needed to give back and help future ROR brides. My biggest advice to any ROR bride is to go in with the no problem attitude. Don't sweat the small stuff because if you do it will ruin a special day and with all the planning you do for it ..what good is that? Having family and friends there to share it with you is all you really need!! Large shout out to the wonderful ladies I met from bdw ...lopez87 (karina) christenew (christene)...it was great to meet you ladies. You're great!! Karina..how was the shot?? *lol* Here comes my review ladies (beware it might be long). I will post my link to my pics at the end. Enjoy!!! Travel Agent I used a lady based out of Chatham, Ontario who works from her house. I cannot say enough great things about her. She was there whenever I needed her and knows her stuff. She is still presently working on issues with skyservice for me. This lady goes above and beyond and without her, my day wouldn't have been the day it was. Thanks Linda!! You were great to work with. Pre-Jamaica We chose to stay the night in Toronto as we had a very early flight. This was a good choice on our part. We stayed at Courtyard Mariott and had a small party in my mom's hotel room the night before. Getting up at 4 am to catch the shuttle to the airport was a bit rough but we made it. Skyservice What can I say about these jokers? This was the absolute worse flight I have ever taken in my life. We had a list of complaints a mile long that we are having our travel agent address. Here are a few things we were unsatisfied with to give you an idea..baggage (you are only allowed 20kg several of our guests were charged hundreds of dollars to get their bags there..do not go over!!), delays (we had a three hour delay on the way and a five hour delay for my famiily coming home), rude service and a very full flight. Ladies, I would strongly recommend against flying with these guys. If anyone would like more info, feel free to pm me. Riu Check in I was quite impressed with check in at the Riu. There was a large amount of people crowding the lobby but check in was fast and efficient. You line up and get your wrist band and then off to the next setup for your safe lock and room keys. You then are required to go to the front desk to get a piece of paper to fill out your info. They had a rum punch and everyone was quite polite. We did have issues with my MOH's room but the front desk had it fixed up and Dexter at the front desk walked up with us to her room to make sure things were up to snuff. I found that exceptional. Rooms and cleaning staff The rooms were absolutely gorgeous and extremely clean. Our's (3404) had a wonderful view of the pool and the ocean as well. There was a bit of a musty smell upon arrival but we had brought a glade plugin that quickly took care of that. Our maid was absolutely great. We had left valuables out on several occasions and had no problems. We had fresh towels whenever we threw them in the tub. Our maid was extremely friendly as well..I had a couple different conversations with her and we usually left her a tip every other day. The day of the wedding she had the room decorated quite beautifully with an arrangement of towels on the bed and rose petals everywhere. We even had flowers lining our bathtub! Totally awesome and very romantic. Food After being there for two weeks, we were quite sick of the food. We had large cravings for the food here in Canada. We found the buffet was better for breakfast than dinner. Please watch it when you are eating meat, one night I had pork that was red. The a la carts I found all good especially the steakhouse (we went there four times). We didn't have an issue getting reservations but we usually had to take a late slot (9:30) as we didn't get down to the desk till around 10am to book. Staff We made friends with many of the staff there and received very good service. We had many favourite bartenders at the pool bar and dunn's bar that always managed to keep us entertained somehow. Kudos to all these guys cause they were super fun!! We even had one at the Dunn's bar bring us a taste of home on our last night ..(burger king from ocho rios), now that service is above and beyond forsure!! Kudos to O'Neill. The people truly do make the resort what it is. Chandlyn/Nikki I found these two girls very organized. I had my meeting with Chandlyn three days after I had arrived, she had everything in order and assured me everything was going to be ok (a bit nervous). I found her to be an absolute sweetheart. Both are very hard working and do what they can to make your day special. I believe they are overworked at times and really do need a bigger crew. Renova These ladies work hard too. They did an excellent job on my hair and my MOH's (who has very long hair). I had my make up done as well and they went above and beyond there taking care of my eyebrows free of charge. The makeup was sooo natural and she managed to make my eyes just pop..very happy with the job she did. I tipped her $8. TThe only small complaint I had here was the amount of time it took (3 hours) which gave me 45 minutes till ceremony. Give yourself lots of time ladies. The Wedding My day was everything I had hoped for. There were a few blunders (hair took 3 hours and flowers came as we were walking to ceremony) but it was no problem. The minister did a great job and everyone really enjoyed themselves. The rain held off for me which I was greatful for. I throughly enjoyed being a bride - the staff treated me like a princess, my family and friends were wonderful, my groom blew me away the whole day and everyone had a great time!! That's what its all about!! Ya mon! Plantation Dinner was great and very private forsure. We had requested the bottom level as my grandmother is 84. They graned that request for us with no problem! Our tables were set with our 32 favours in place like we had asked. Our menu was the one from the Mammee Bay which was really good. We had our soup and salad served to us while the rest of the table went to buffet to get theirs. Meals were served to everyone.Our cake arrived shortly after dinner with my precious moments topper on top..absolutely great! The only thing I did not like here is the service was slow. We were done our meal before the end of our table had gotten theirs. Photoshop We had a video (video was great and I am glad I got it..I cry everytime I watch it) made and photo's taken by the photo shop. Michael takes wonderful pictures. He was amazing to work with. He even went to the trouble to drive us to Ocho Rios to go to the bank so we could get cash (we added 50 pictures on cd). We had issue at the end as our pictures were not ready for us on the night before we left at 8pm. We ended up getting a bit upset with them as we just wanted our pictures and they had two weeks to prepare them. I truly believe he has too much on his plate and needs help keeping everything on the up and up. Excursions and things to do There is many things to do around the resort. Talk to King David down on the beach as he offers many tours. We took the Dunn's River tour that included drinks and snorkelling as well (that cost 55 per person). We absolutely loved Dunn's. It is soo beautiful. We took a sunset cruise as well and it was nice. If you take a ride into town, there is lots of shopping and stuff to buy. I enjoyed going to Ocho Rios but I would only spend a couple hours. It can get to be a bit much after a bit. I wish all future brides all the best and hope this review has helped you out. I thank all the ladies that listened and talked with me over the past year(specially the SWO ladies..you know who you are) -without everyone's advice I think I would of went crazy! This is a great site with soo much information. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to ask as I am always willing to help out. Here is my link to my pictures in which Michael from the photoshop took. Wedding Pictures pictures by slipp33 - Photobucket Cheers!! Angela

Whew hoo!! Nice review. Sounds like your day was everything you had planned. You were very similar to me in not sweating the small stuff..that's the best way to be!!! Thanks for the mention I truly did enjoy partyin with ya a bit...wish ya lived closer. Your beach reception looks liked like a blast...geez..i should of crashed the sucker..*lol*. Glad you had a great time!!!

We used our Bubba Keg's all week. Bartenders had no troubles filling them up (both large and smaller ones). You will see several people around the resort using mugs. No problem!!

Quote: Originally Posted by BachataBride Wow...just missing an evening & there is a tonne to catch up on! Ok so here goes... Welcome Angela (#2!)!!! Hope you enjoy our ranting & raving, get together planning, blabbering & just overall craziness!! You are more than welcome to join us on the 21st for a get together at my house! Angela (#1)...that is awful about your friend. I hope she's doing ok now. Have you found out your work schedule?? Can you join us on the 21st? It won't be the same without you!! Christene....admit it - you are just as crazy as the rest of us!! Maybe just not as vocal about it!! LOL Tanya...thanks for the tips! I have to wait to get my MC (who knows how long that will be!) Then we have to get to translated into English! What a PITA!! Shelley...I think your DH might be ok with you going to a party with a bunch of girls in the hot tub if he could come!! But unfortunately no boys allowed!! I'm even kicking my DH out! (much to his disappointment!) You'll have to join us next time! Phew...is that it?? Did I get them all!?! LOL Have a fantastic day ladies!! Thanks for your concern. She is doing much better and I am glad. Not sure on this date yet...I really hope I can come. You girls are crazy and it would be a fun night :;

Quote: Originally Posted by Ellipse22 Changing Your Name - Passport Unfortunately, you have to re-apply for your passport. Pay the fee all over again!! Here is a link Passport Info - Changing Your Name Because I personally will not be changing my birth certificate I have read that I will need to provide my updated i.d. (with married last name) and a copy of my marriage certificate. It's too bad..I don't want to do the passport sh*t again!! I was reading that lastnight....that's a bunch of crap-ola ..you are still the same person, just a different name so why pay again? Crooks!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Ellipse22 Reading your post reminds me of my children. When we were on our way to the airport for our wedding Jeff made a Bob Marley CD. Well the kids love listening to it. One day (around christmas time) we were in the van and that song came on..all 4 kids broke out in song and now it's our "family song" That's soo cute!!! It's my chill out song. I sang it all the time at the pool bar with Ali and the boys.

Quote: Originally Posted by Ellipse22 Change of Name Process If you are only changing your last name on DL, HC, SIN, Banking, CC etc. follow these instructions: 1. You MUST wait for your marriage certificate. (The bank may be willing to change your name with your register but most won't) 2. Change your DL first!! You will need this done first so you can use it at OHIP to change your HC. 3. Change your HC and then SIN. 4. Banking, CC etc. come next. The most important document to change first is your DL. I have already changed mine and had no issues as I had my Marriage Certificate with me. I attempted to do my HC first and they said I needed to change my DL first. If you are wanting to legally change your name on your Birth Certificate (I do not recommend this as because in the event you need to "resume your maiden name" it is a b*tch to change back) THEREFORE you need to contact Service Ontario to get the documentation to do a Legal Change of Name. It's a long process and would avoid it. Otherwise, once your marriage license comes in do your DL and you are set to get everything else done. HTH (Back to work for me) Thanks Tan!! This clears up a lot for me. Can you change your passport if your birth certificate is in your maiden name?? I would like to have my married name on my passport. What do i need to do for this?

Here is my tune..."don't worry bout a thing cause every little thing is gonna be alright" *lol* been singing that sucker since i got home!!! For your license you need the one with the seal on it (i asked yesterday about that). I think the simple stuff...banking, bills and stuff like that you can use the paper they gave you at the ceremony. Hope this helps

If you wanna compare pricing or are particular about things you may want to start a bit early. I set up my photography with Michael prior to leaving for jamaica (i believe it was a month in advance) but I waited to order my flowers at my meeting with Chandlyn.

I used a T/A based out of Chatham, Ontario. She is absolutely marvelous. Very informative and is always available with quick responses to your questions. I just got married at ROR and she handled my wedding booking and accomodations and is still working to resolve issues we had with the bad airline we used. PM me if you want more information for her. I can give you her email addy. You won't be disappointed.

I am a lazy bugger..*lol* actually i have been busy helping out my MOH the last couple days. She developed blood clots in her legs from flying to Jamaica and was taken to the hospital by ambulance lastnight so I have been with her lastnight and today. I will have a review up by the end of the week..promise!!! I am still busy giving info to my Travel Agent in regards to skyservass! I sure hope something will come of this....keep your fingers crossed! Kayte..you really need to switch airlines....i will elaborate for you maybe on facebook! PS.....warm welcome to Angela!!! hope you enjoy the thread and get in her and blab with us gals